Cajunman and I finished 24 weeks of tx 12 weeks ago. Tx wasn't easy and there were obstacles, but we are grateful to have had the opportunity to try to clear the virus.
Genotype 2B
BX Stage 0/ Grade 0
UNDETECTABLE!

Moria here. 26 years old. Diagnosed March of this year. Not sure how I got it. Single mom to 3 young children. My baby is also infected.

genotype 1a
VL at last check, 50000

No treatment yet, had biopsy a little bit ago.

Not taking anything other than SVR from this!

Oh YES!!!! This is Great DILEW here...dx July 07 have had probably 15-20 years..geno type 3 viral load 2 million....stage 3....was negative at 4 weeks..PRAISE GOD.......have 5 weeks of 24 to finish..hopefully for the best...has not been easy yet has also been a very deep life learning experience......slow down, take care of yourself and health and never take life for granted..BE POSITIVE......it helps the body work correctly...even before illness I lived to encourage people Now I have a passion to help others get through this. I have seen firsthand how great it is to have this place and each other. It has made all the difference. Husband is negative.......daughter (26) refusing test for now anyway.....For me my God has brought me through each and every day..Thanks Mckenzie your awesome..Dilew

Mary reporting for rollcall. :)

Dx'd in April/May 2008. Don't know when I got it but I did have a transfusion when I was an infant and docs think that's the likely source.

Geno 1b. Liver Bx Grade 1/Stage 1. Don't know viral load yet though new doc did order the test and I'm waiting for the results.
Switched doctors recently and I'm thrilled with my new doctor. I should be able to start tx in late Aug or early Sept. New doc wants me to wait on my tx until after my son finishes his radiation txs.

I have 5 adult children (3 of mine and 2 of hubby's) and I love them all dearly.

HEY..... I'M GENO TYPE 1A, STAGE FOUR, GRADE THREE . TRIED TWO TREATMENTS . NON-RESPONDER . LIVE IN WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA . ON SSD . I HAVE GREAT FRIENDS HERE ON DS . THANK YOU, McKENZIE

Neutron: Occupation, Owner and operator of Market of Paradise and livestock exchange, Theme Park and Beachfront Resorts.
Geno 1A Stage 4 Cirrhosis Stage 4 Non-responder, take shots and am waiting for Vioxx to get the VX-950 Protease Inhibitor passed through the FDA.
I promise to be nice, too!

I'm Karen.
I was tested positive in 2005 but have been infected 25-30 yrs. Require transplant, MELD is 34. I've also had a TIPS since 2005.
I'm just now starting to have more bad days than good but I still try to work out everyday but sleep most of the time.

In 2005 I quit drinking, smoking and left an abusive marriage of 26 yrs with my son still at home, he's a crackhead.

I have a gratitude journal that helps keep things in perspective and a smile on my face. Not all is bad :)

I'm Dave. Genotype 1b, stoped treatment June 11th after still being detectable at week 12. Live in Northeastern CT, married, 24 year old son and 8 month old puppy named Crissy. Self-employed Architect by profession, biker by choice (when I can)

hi im bev live near denver ,co.ive knowen i have hepc since 1995i thought it was under control til doc did a biopsy im in stage 3 have taken 2 shots so far of inferron and 900mg. riflavin a day. its kicking my butt im usually a very energitic person but feel soooooooooooo tired any suggestions the sick i can handle but still working a very psy. job

Hi from Skeeter. The ole'man is genotype 1a, just got off his 3rd round of tx, vl down to 6,000 from 8,759,000. We visit my 3 grandkids when we can, and we're totally dominated by our 3 cats. He works in chandelier store and drives for them, I'm a clerk for the state of PA. I'm happy to be here at DS. It's helped us both.

Hi Mckenzie. My stage name is BestWishes, chosen because it fits my feelings. Best Wishes for all of us here on the HEPC board of DS. I'm an old guy (57) with young kids (11 & 16). Been carrying this leech of a virus for 35+ years without knowing it. When I found out in January '08 that I have the active virus (type 1), I flipped. Started having panic attacks and depression.
My liver is still in pretty good shape; biopsy says somewhere between stage 0 and 1. So, given my emotional state and responsibilities, with my hepatologist's agreement, I have chosen not to do treatment. Still, I need this group. I need to be able to "talk" about how having this disease weighs on me. It's great to hear from people like you, Mckenzie, who have slayed the dragon. And I empathize with those who have battled and not responded YET.

Hi all. My name is Alicia. I was just diagnosed, May 30th is when I got the call from my doctor confirming my positive results. I have no idea how I got the beast. My estimate is that I have had it for no longer than 4 years. I use to give blood all the time and my last donation time was right before I became pregnant with my son in Feb. 04. I have a 3 1/2 year old boy and a very supportive husband. I am a teacher and I love my job.
I have do not know my genotype yet. My VL is 110,000. I have my 1st appt. with the hepatologist next week.

I have been going through all the expected stages...shock, denial, anger, depression....etc.... This site has really helped me not feel alone. I have found a lot of comfort here. I appreciate everyones compassion and non judgemental support! You are all awesome!
I love the picture of your dog BestWishes. I have a rottweiler too. He is a big lovable baby!
Hugs! Alicia

Hi my name is matt and I have had hepatitis c, geno 1a since I was 18. I am 51 now and after 11+48 weeks of treatments with Interferon and Ribavirin I have cleared the virus for 10 weeks now. Before starting treatments my viral count was at 5 million and my quality of life had diminished considerably. The treatments were extremely difficult for me having to take extra daily injections of Neupogen and weekly injections of Epogen in order to keep my red and white blood cell counts up. I had all the side effects plus some. I have stayed here at DS to help others to be strong. I want to give support because I know first hand how difficult it can be. There are no guarantees in life and I have a brother who is on a transplant list for a liver with this same disease.

AliasPandaBaby. I collect my cuddly cute friends Pandas. Save The Pandas!

I was diagnose positive for hep c genotype 1a Aug. 2007.
Hepatologist wouldn't put me on TX due to liver damage.
End Stage cirrhosis
Working to get on the liver transplant list.
Qaulified first time applying for SSD. Praise God.
Prayer is what keeps me going and having hope.

Dave, genotype 1a was to start treatment in 2006 and I had to quit work, and start going to the VA, the biggest bunch of Idiots I've ever met. Thank God I fought for my country. At any rate. My Liver is Stage 4 and they won't do treatment now as there's a good chance my Liver will decompesate, and I could die. So they are just watching my Liver and that's that. I also have Pancreatitis, and diebetis type II. All of this is from being stupid when I drank a lot and did drugs. All kinds of good drugs. I was about as smart as a small applience bulb.
I am hanging in there and yes I am scared. I get a lot of strength from some of the great people on hear, and for that I am greatful. I try to help when I can. I actually am a nice person. Wish everyone well, -Dave